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Monstarlab's Innovative AI Development Workshops

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, Monstarlab, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, is pushing the boundaries of what non-engineers can achieve in software development. Under the leadership of Hiroki Inagawa, CEO, the company has recently facilitated AI-driven development workshops that have seen participation from over 100 employees in roles ranging from project management to design and back-office functions.

The Need for Non-Engineers to Code

As the rise of Generative AI reshapes software development, Monstarlab recognized the need for non-engineering professionals to harness digital tools effectively. The advent of AI coding tools allows for the easy generation and modification of code through natural language prompts, democratizing the development process. Monstarlab's initiative focuses on empowering employees from various non-engineering backgrounds to take charge of application development.

Workshop Overview

Utilizing Anthropic's AI coding tool, Claude Code, the workshops are designed to be hands-on, allowing participants to engage directly with the development process. The training is provided in a tiered format, with different skill levels outlined:

• - Beginner: Basics of application development in a local environment using terminal commands, fundamentals of Claude Code, and introductory knowledge of Next.js.
• - Intermediate: Focus on deploying applications through Git/GitHub and integration with services like Vercel and Supabase.
• - Advanced: Training in developing production-quality applications, including implementing authentication features, security measures, and operational design.

Completion of the program equips employees to identify business challenges, define requirements, design, develop, and deploy applications independently, without requiring engineering support.

Achievements through the Workshops

Participants have successfully developed and launched several internal systems addressing actual business needs within days to weeks. Some notable creations include:

• - Approval and Expense Automation Tool: Streamlined the approval process by automating application flows and visualizing approval statuses, significantly enhancing efficiency in back-office operations.
• - Learning Management System (LMS): Facilitated the distribution and tracking of internal training programs, supporting more effective employee education.
• - Project Management Dashboard: Improved visibility into project progress and resource allocations, thereby enhancing project management efficiency.
• - Sales Support Tool: Allowed for the automatic generation of proposal documents and estimation simulations, thereby speeding up sales processes.
• - Knowledge Base: Developed a system for accumulating and searching organizational knowledge, promoting knowledge sharing within the company.

With the experiences gained from these workshops, Monstarlab plans to launch a training service – AI Utilization Practical Program – aimed at client companies. This program will target non-engineering personnel, enabling them to develop business applications using AI technology, similar to the internal workshops conducted at Monstarlab.

Key Features of the AI Utilization Practical Program

This comprehensive training service is designed based on the practical experiences and knowledge gained from training over 100 employees at Monstarlab. It seeks to broaden access to coding skills beyond engineering roles. Key features include:

• - Tailored Curriculum: Customizable course content based on actual internal development needs.
• - Consulting Expertise: Not merely a technical training program; it incorporates methods tied to business process improvement and digital transformation guidance.
• - Ongoing Support: Continuous follow-up during the practical implementation phase post-training.
• - Global Reach: Potential for international implementation and multilingual support.

About Monstarlab

Monstarlab operates with a clear mission to leverage diversity and technology to drive global change. With a presence in 12 countries, the company establishes itself as a pivotal player in AI and digital transformation, defined by its pillars of Strategy, Design, Technology, and Operation. Through orchestration of AI and diverse intelligence, Monstarlab unlocks possibilities for people while delivering high implementation capacities and significant impact.

For more information, visit Monstarlab's official site.